Tag: Obituary

  • William Newton Wood (1924 – 2023)

    William Newton Wood (1924 – 2023)

    William Newton Wood, 99, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on February 20, 2023, after 62 years of marriage to June Lee Wood. A WWII veteran and dedicated member of Masonic Unity Lodge #146, he is survived by three sons, six grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. His funeral will be held on February 26, 2023. Read more

  • Foster passes to Chapter Eternal

    Foster passes to Chapter Eternal

    J. Elmer Murray Foster, 96, passed away on February 18, 2013, in Front Royal, VA. He served as Secretary General for Organizacion Regional Intermericana de la FEDERACION INTERNACIONAL DE EMPLEADOS Y TECNICOS and was a member of Masonic Unity Lodge #146 and Eastern Star Chapter #6. Masonic honors were bestowed during the service. Read more

  • Edwin H. Harper Obituary

    Edwin H. Harper Obituary

    On August 3, 2000, The Star Democrat published an obituary for Edwin H. Harper, a veteran Army Air Corps Captain in World War II. He was deeply involved in civic activities including the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, Anti-Litter Council, and Community Chest. Harper was a member of Unity Lodge for over 50 years. Read more

  • Dr. Ernest Linwood Grubbs

    Dr. Ernest Linwood Grubbs

    Dr. Ernest Linwood Grubbs, a beloved physician in Front Royal, passed away at 90. He practiced for over 50 years, delivering 2,500-3,000 babies. Retiring due to ill health, he continued to see patients on a limited basis. A dedicated Mason for 63 years, he was honored at Lodge 146’s 100th anniversary. Read more

  • J. A. LeHew Dies In Washington Jan. 5

    J. A. LeHew Dies In Washington Jan. 5

    J. A. LeHew, a train master, passed away on January 5, 1920, due to high blood pressure and kidney trouble. He was well-regarded and had deep connections in Strasburg. Though efforts were made for his recovery, he did not survive. He was survived by family and honored by his Masonic brethren. Read more